We (APRIL) note a statement posted on FSC
websites on 22 June 2013, referencing withdrawal from FSC by companies
associated with APRIL, stating " no reason for the withdrawal was
offered ".
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decision by APRIL and companies associated with APRIL not to hold or seek FSC
CoC/CW certification for the foreseeable future is based on concerns about
the FSC's Policy for Association. This renders ineligible for FSC certification companies which are part of a group that has converted more than 10,000 hectares within the past five years... APRIL and many other companies in Indonesia are working towards developing a renewable and sustainable plantation fibre supply to meet the fibre needs of the future...
We
ask FSC to consider these points. APRIL remains open to constructive dialogue
with FSC.
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